Friday, September 11, 2026

Germany: Weekend Events Guide 11th - 13th September

Enjoy a selection of events this weekend all close to home. If you are heading to the Park run this weekend you can  delicious treats afterwards. 

This weekend head to a Pumpkin festival  in Bad Lippspringe or a street food day at Schloss Neuhaus.For fans of wine head to Oerlinghausen. ABBA fans can sing the night away in Bielefeld. Blomberg hosts a yearly fun fair and market. Hovelhof hosts an Airshow with a difference. 

All these events are under 40 mins drive time from Sennelager.

Bad Lippspringe Pumpkin Festival 

Where: Gartenschau Bad Lippspringe

Featuring 11 massive and fiery pumpkin sculptures. You can spot carved pumpkin versions of childhood heroes like Fireman Sam, animals like the pumpkin fire fish and a massive blazing volcano.

Special Event: Don't miss the festive musical opening ceremony on Sunday, September 13th at 3:00 PM featuring a live fire department music troop.

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Cheat Day Street Food Festival

Where: Schlosspark Schloss Neuhaus

The popular Cheat Day Street Food Festival turns palace park into a foodie heaven. Around a dozen food trucks are serving up international dishes, from juicy burgers and crispy pizzas to sweet waffly treats and churros.

Grab a bite and enjoy relaxed DJ beats on Friday night, a live music band on Saturday, and tons of family-friendly entertainment on Sunday, entry is free.


Weinbergfest Oerlinghausen

Where: Rathausplatz, Oerlinghausen  /  21 mins 

The town hall square in Oerlinghausen has been transformed into a beautiful, small wine village.

Relax in a large, illuminated 150-square-meter wine lounge. Wine experts are on-site all weekend to help you taste and choose from a fantastic selection of red, white, and rosé options paired with local delicacies.

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Mamma Mia ABBA Night Bielefeld

Where: Prime - Dance & Nightlife, Bielefeld  / 32 mins drive 

Calling all Dancing Queens. The massive European "Gimme Gimme Party" tour is stopping in Bielefeld this Saturday night, September 12 at 8:00 PM.

An  ABBA-inspired concert and sing-along party. Prepare for over two hours of live singing, dancing, a brilliant LED show, and loud crowd sing-alongs to classics like Waterloo, Mamma Mia, and more.

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Widbasen Marktfair Blomberg


Wilbasen Fair, Blomberg / 39 mins drive

The legendary Wilbaser Marktfair kicks off this weekend, running from Friday 11th - 14th

Spanning four action-packed days, the funfair features exciting rides a live music marquee  beer tents and food stalls, Plus a big market to shop for artisan crafts alongside  other market goods. 

The fairgrounds open up at noon on Saturday and Sunday, staying lively into the night. Keep an eye out on Sunday afternoon as the German champions from the local handball club, HSG Blomberg-Lippe, host a massive autograph session right inside the festival tent.


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Model Aircraft Airshow 

The Annual Heideflieger Airshow / 20 mins drive

Every September, the sky over Hovelhof  transforms into a  show of speed, precision, and miniature engineering. The annual Heideflieger Airshow, hosted by the MFG Heideflieger-Hövelhof e.V., is one of the region's most beloved community traditions.